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'Wintery mess' heading this way Sunday

'Wintery mess' heading this way Sunday

Both freezing rain and lots of snow are possibilities for Sunday, according to Environment Canada's special weather statement
On GivingTuesday, bring gift of music to York residents with dementia

On GivingTuesday, bring gift of music to York residents with dementia

The Music Project provides a MP3 player and customized playlist, without cost, to individuals with Alzheimer's and other dementias
Man sentenced to 5-1/2 years for human trafficking

Man sentenced to 5-1/2 years for human trafficking

'We are hopeful that a finding of guilt in this investigation encourages victims of human trafficking to reach out to us for help,' York police chief says
Markham driver charged with impaired after car flees collision

Markham driver charged with impaired after car flees collision

A 20-year-old woman was arrested today after a collision in the garage of a home
Up Front with the Mayor: Answers about downtown parking, advance green lights

Up Front with the Mayor: Answers about downtown parking, advance green lights

Newmarket Mayor John Taylor is taking your questions in his regular column; this month, a resident wants to know what the Town is doing now to create needed parking spaces in the busy downtown area
No charges against police in arrest of impaired man lying by Newmarket road, SIU says

No charges against police in arrest of impaired man lying by Newmarket road, SIU says

York Regional Police made the arrest last May after receiving several 911 calls about a man lying on the gravel shoulder of Davis at Woodbine
BEYOND LOCAL: Can universities do more to reduce dropout rates?

BEYOND LOCAL: Can universities do more to reduce dropout rates?

Finances, academic performance and a sense of belonging may all be factors in whether or students finish their post-secondary studies
Community candlelight vigil honours memories of loved ones

Community candlelight vigil honours memories of loved ones

Roadhouse & Rose and Genesis Bereavement Resource Centre host the annual service and celebration Sunday, Dec. 8
Good morning, Newmarket!

Good morning, Newmarket!

A mix of sun and cloud today
CANADA: Thinking of switching careers? You're not alone says recent survey

CANADA: Thinking of switching careers? You're not alone says recent survey

Over one-third of Canadians have completely switched their career at some point in their life, says a recent survey by Indeed